/diβeɾˈtiɾ/
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Translation
to amuse, to entertain
Word origin
From Latin divertere ('to turn aside'), from dis ('apart') plus vertere ('to turn'). The same root gives English 'divert' and 'diversion'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- divertere
- English cognates
- divert, diversion
Grammar
Verb type-ir irregular (e>ie stem-changing)
Irregular verb. A full conjugation table for irregular verbs is coming soon. For now, use a reference like Wordreference or RAE.
Examples
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Clowns know how to amuse children.
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We had a lot of fun at the party.
sirve .
This game is good for entertaining the whole family.
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Did you have fun at the amusement park?
diviertas .
I hope you enjoy yourself on your trip.
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